FdSc Computing

Are you looking to start your career in computing? Or maybe you are looking to upskill? Our Foundation Degree is designed to develop your skills and knowledge to become a leading professional in whichever field you wish to pursue. Whether that is software, systems architecture, programming or website development; this course is designed with the industry in mind to get you career-ready on the path you wish to pursue.

Year 1
You will study five core modules:
• Computing project
• Database design and implementation
• Networking security
• Programming and software development
• The computing professional
Then you will select an additional one module from the following options:
• Computer systems architecture
• Website and e-commerce development
• Data analytics

Year 2
You will study one core module:
• Work-based learning project
Then you will select an additional five modules from the following options:
• Cloud computing and programming
• Data structures and algorithms
• Operating systems design and security
• Games design and development
• Data analytics and informatics
• Cryptography, security and forensics
• Network design, implementation and management
• Machine learning and artificial intelligence
• Human computer interaction and interface design
Data mining and knowledge acquisition

A series of written and practical work is assessed by your tutors and will determine your overall grade